Ronnie Bastin the Stronger Lexington Mayoral Candidate on Privacy

On October 28, 2018October 28, 2018 By Michael MaharreyIn local politiciansLeave a comment

After evaluating statements by both Lexington mayoral candidates, We See You Watching Lexington has determined Ronnie Bastin takes a stronger position on protecting privacy and establishing oversight for surveillance programs than Linda Gorton. During a recent mayoral debate on WVLK moderated by Kruser, Bastin said the city needs to be careful how it uses surveillance …

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Lexington Mayoral Candidates on Surveillance: Bastin Acknowledges Tech Abuse Is Dangerous; Gorton Calls for Bigger Conversation

On October 17, 2018 By sclaydavisIn local politiciansLeave a comment

Lexington will choose a new mayor on Nov. 6. Former vice-mayor Linda Gorton squares off against former police chief Ronnie Bastin. So where do the two candidates stand on surveillance? Both Bastin and Gorton responded to questions posed by We See You Watching Lexington, a grassroots organization committed to bringing oversight and transparency to surveillance …

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